Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breast

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

03 - 1 teaspoon salt

04 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

05 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or dried oregano and basil

→ Filling

06 - 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

07 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced

08 - 12 large fresh basil leaves

→ Finishing

09 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, store-bought or homemade

10 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.

02 - Pat dry chicken breasts. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket into the side of each breast without cutting through.

03 - Season chicken breasts inside and out with salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs.

04 - Fill each chicken breast with 1-2 mozzarella slices, 2-3 tomato slices, and 3 basil leaves. Secure with toothpicks if needed.

05 - Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.

06 - Transfer skillet to oven or place breasts in prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

07 - Remove from oven and rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with extra basil leaves before serving.

# Expert Tips:

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The chicken stays gloriously juicy and the filling bursts with classic Caprese flavor.
Nothing beats the satisfaction of seeing gooey cheese and fresh basil escape as you slice into each breast.

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If you cut the pocket too thin, filling leaks out and your cheese disappears before baking’s done.
Brushing the chicken with oil before seasoning makes the herbs stick beautifully—don’t skip this step.

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